I am deep in rewrites for Asking For It. My editor, Grace, and I had a discussion about the changes, and the book is going to be fantastic, however, one of the changes we discussed was changing Joe’s profession from Army man to firefighter. I was all gung-ho, until I started enacting the change.
He didn’t take well to being a firefighter. The words that had come from his mouth didn’t feel right for a firefighter to utter. I think it’s because in my mind soldiers are raw, gritty and unashamedly aggressive–living, breathing hunks of masculinity. Firefighters, on the other hand, are like contemporary knights–noble, brave, and honorable–living, breathing hunks of chivalry. They’re sort of evolved and a little more civilized.
I know I’m stereotyping, but there ya go. A man’s profession is vital to his character. And Joe’s just not liking the idea of being a firefighter. Not. One. Bit.
Sorry, Grace.
Hi, Kate! Read your last few posts – good luck with your revisions! I'm thinking of you!
THanks, Robin!!!!